WorldNov 11, 2020
President Trump makes first public appearance since his failed re-election bid
US President Donald Trump has visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. It's his first public appearance since his failed re-election bid. Trump honoured veterans in a ceremony that was held during a steady rain. He has spent the last several days holed up at the White House tweeting angry, baseless claims of voter fraud. "Refreshing" phone conversation with US President-elect Joe Biden: JohnsonBritish Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he had a "refreshing" phone conversation with US President-elect Joe Biden. Johnson says it was their first contact since the Dem
CanadaNov 11, 2020
Small gathering in Ottawa for the annual Remembrance Day ceremony at the National War Memorial
COVID-19 meant a smaller, subdued gathering in Ottawa for the annual Remembrance Day ceremony at the National War Memorial. But some people did turn out to mark the service and sacrifice of those who have given their lives to defend the country. They watched as Gov.-Gen. Julie Payette, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other dignitaries laid wreaths at the cenotaph. Chief of Defence Staff, General Jonathan Vance, told the gathering that Canadian Forces members showed the country what sacrifice means this year when they helped long-term care homes in Ontario and Quebec deal with surging COVID-
CanadaNov 11, 2020
Trudeau says he expects trade deal with UK can be done before 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he expects Canada can make a new trade deal with the U.K. before the calendar hit 2021.Speaking at a digital event hosted by the Financial Times, Trudeau said a deal should be relatively straightforward to manage even as the U.K. lurches toward its official exit from the European Union.Until Dec. 31, Britain remains a member of the EU, and is still bound by the continent's sweeping free-trade deal with Canada on goods and services, known as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, or CETA.Trudeau said he and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson believe
CanadaNov 11, 2020
Scaled-down COVID-19 ceremonies across Canada to mark Remembrance Day
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is urging everyone to show their support for veterans by wearing a poppy and watching Remembrance Day ceremonies online today.Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole says the acts of reflection, remembrance, and respect don't just happen during parades or at cenotaphs. He says they are emotional acts we will uphold in a year when Canadians are adapting and persevering through challenging times.With COVID-19 cases surging in many provinces, the Royal Canadian Legion is severely scaling back ceremonies and telling people to stay home.
BCNov 11, 2020
525 new COVID-19 cases and 3 deaths reported in B.C.
BC is reporting 525 new cases of COVID-19 and three more deaths. That brings the number of deaths linked to the pandemic to 284. The bulk of the new cases continue to be in the Fraser Health and Vancouver Coastal heath regions. The province now has 5,133active cases of COVID-19, with 142 people in hospital, including 46 in intensive care.
BCNov 11, 2020
Celebrate Diwali safely this year: Doug McCallum
On behalf of City Council, I want to wish everyone a very happy and safe Diwali this year. Also known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is a much-loved cultural tradition in Surrey that promotes the message of unity, warmth and joy. Like all big celebrations, Diwali is traditionally a time for family and friends to come together to enjoy food and each other’s company. This year, however, celebrations must be approached differently. With the recent sharp rise of new COVID-19 cases in Metro Vancouver a new Provincial Health Order was issued this past weekend and it is vital that Diwali celebra
CanadaNov 10, 2020
Provinces and territories should not hesitate to ask for federal help to fight COVID-19: PM Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says provinces and territories should not hesitate to ask for federal help to fight COVID-19. He says federal supports should make it easier to make decisions about what to shut down or open. Trudeau insists health measures should not be compromised because of economic fears. He says that's how we'd end up with a worse pandemic, more people sick and more businesses harmed. "Government will give 61-million dollars to help Indigenous communities in Manitoba" Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is addressing the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Manitoba. Trudeau says th
BCNov 10, 2020
City of Prince George has become a victim of a significant $375,000 fraud
RCMP say the City of Prince George has become the victim of a significant fraud. The city called police in September when staff sent two payments to a contractor for more than $700,000, but the cash was never received. Police say the money was fraudulently redirected. The Mounties say in a news release investigators worked with financial institutions to recover most of one payment, but $375,000 remains lost. They say officers are following several leads and working with international partners to identify those responsible for the sophisticated computer-based fraud. Cpl. Craig Douglass says th
CanadaNov 10, 2020
Manitoba moving under code red restrictions from Thursday
Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister says the province is at a critical point in its fight against COVID-19, and is taking drastic action to curb surging cases. Starting Thursday, non-essential stores across the province will be limited to curbside pickup and delivery. Social and religious gatherings outside immediate household members are banned, and restaurants, museums, theatres and recreational activities must close. Schools will remain open as the province's chief public health officer says they are not a venue for much transmission.